The IPL 2026 final is scheduled to be played between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on May 31 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad (Pic: X/@RCBTweets)

1. Bhuvneshwar Kumar vs Shubman Gill

The top rivalry to watch out for will be between GT's skipper, Shubman Gill and RCB's star pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Earlier in the group stage match, Gill lost his wicket in Bhuvneshwar's over. The right-handed batsman's innings ended with a score of 43 runs. Later in Qualifier 1, Bhuvneshwar yet again tasted success in dismissing Gill on just two runs. It will be interesting to see if the pacer tastes success yet again in claiming Gill's wicket in the title clash (Pic: File Pic)

2. Mohammed Siraj vs Virat Kohli

Earlier, GT's pacer Mohammed Siraj shared the RCB's dressing room with stalwart Virat Kohli. The speedster is aware of Kohli's techniques. On the other hand, the Delhi-born cricketer has been showcasing his exceptional skills with the willow. Currently, he has scored 600 runs in 15 matches. The match-up between Kohli and Siraj will be a treat for fans to watch (Pic: File Pic)

3. Devdutt Padikkal vs Jason Holder

Devdutt Padikkal has been making crucial contributions to RCB's innings since the start of the tournament. However, the left-handed batsman will be up against fierce pacer Kagiso Rabada. Considering the long boundaries of Ahmedabad's stadium, it will be a tough task for Padikkal to clear the ropes during the match (Pic: File Pic)

4. Rashid Khan vs Rajat Patidar

Rashid Khan is known as one of the clever spinners in the format. But in the final of the marquee event, the spinner will face the likes of Rajat Patidar, who has been in red-hot form for the Royal Challengers. The RCB's captain has been showcasing a sensible batting display against spin and pace. He will look to continue his dominance against Rashid in the final against the Titans (Pic: File Pic)